AB Hernandez, a transgender athlete from Southern California who recently won triple and long jump titles at the CIF Southern Section. Her participation has drawn national attention and criticism, including from former President Donald Trump, who posted on Truth Social calling it “NOT FAIR, AND TOTALLY DEMEANING TO WOMEN AND GIRLS.” Trump threatened to withhold […]
In the shadowy corners of cinema and literature, monsters have long lurked—Frankenstein’s creature, the blood-thirsty vampire, the outcast witch. Historically feared, reviled, and misunderstood, these beings were cast out by society—just as queer individuals often have been. But today, queer creators are not just confronting the horror genre—they are reclaiming it. They are wielding its
In an era where queer liberation movements are gaining global momentum, a fascinating phenomenon is unfolding: the revival—and in some cases, resistance—of gender identities that predate colonial rule. From the muxes of Zapotec Mexico to the hijras of South Asia, communities are grappling with the complicated legacy of colonialism, modern queer politics, and the desire
Equality California released the following statement from Executive Director Tony Hoang in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s May Revision proposal for the 2025–2026 state budget, which would have detrimental impacts on already underserved communities: “We are deeply concerned by the Governor’s revised budget proposal, which would roll back critical support for some of California’s most
A recent 19th News/SurveyMonkey poll conducted April 11-21 found that nearly half of Americans (49%) disapprove of politicians focusing on transgender issues, up from 43% before the November election. This sentiment is shared by a majority of Republicans (57%). The poll also indicates that Democrats and Independent voters are less likely than before the election
House and Senate Democrats reintroduced the Equality Act, landmark legislation aimed at amending the 1964 Civil Rights Act to explicitly add federal anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. This marks the sixth time the bill has been introduced since 2015, underscoring the ongoing push by Democrats to secure these rights at the federal level. Democrats held
Former Republican New York U.S. Representative George Santos was sentenced to 87 months, over 7 years, in federal prison on Friday, April 25, 2025. U.S. District Judge Joanna Seybert delivered the sentence in Central Islip, New York, marking a significant legal conclusion for the figure known for his numerous fabrications and fraudulent activities during and
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a significant memo this week targeting access to transgender healthcare for minors across the United States. The directive signals the Justice Department’s intent to increase scrutiny on medical professionals, hospitals, clinics, and even drug manufacturers and distributors involved in providing or facilitating such care. Bondi stated the department would leverage
In a significant move amidst a contentious national landscape, California lawmakers have reaffirmed the state’s commitment to inclusivity by rejecting two bills aimed at restricting the participation of transgender youth in school sports. On Tuesday, April 1st, following hours of impassioned testimony, the state Assembly’s Committee on Arts, Entertainment, Sports and Tourism voted down the
LGBTQ Fresno is excited to announce the launch of EmpowerYouth, a new program dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ teens and young adults (ages 13-24). We’re creating a space for you to connect, learn, and grow. Join us for our launch event on April 12th from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM at the Casita Feliz Latine LGBTQ+
